According to a Gartner survey, AI regulatory violations are projected to lead to a 30% increase in legal disputes for tech companies by 2028. The survey also reveals that over 70% of IT leaders view regulatory compliance as a major challenge in deploying generative AI tools.
As artificial intelligence evolves, it raises new legal dilemmas concerning accountability, liability, and intellectual property rights. The emergence of AI agents, capable of autonomous decision-making, challenges traditional legal frameworks and necessitates a reevaluation of agency law.
Mayer Brown’s webinar will address the Trump Administration’s new national security restrictions on AI exports, highlighting the importance of due diligence for companies using advanced AI commodities. Participants will learn about compliance best practices and the implications for their operations in the AI industry.
Hungary’s recent amendments to its surveillance laws allow the police to use facial recognition technology for all types of infractions, including minor ones, which poses significant risks to fundamental rights such as freedom of assembly and expression. These changes are viewed as a clear violation of the EU’s AI Act, undermining public trust in democracy and calling for urgent scrutiny from the European Union.
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into daily life, Congress and the courts are grappling with the legal implications of its use, particularly concerning issues like deepfakes and copyright infringement. Recent legislative efforts, such as the Take It Down Act, aim to address the exploitation of AI technologies while balancing the need for free speech and privacy rights.
The article discusses how AI systems pose new societal harms that threaten judicial independence and the rule of law due to their algorithmic opacity and lack of legal safeguards. It emphasizes the need for robust legal frameworks to address these risks and ensure that democratic processes are not undermined.
The European Parliament is set to begin work on two reports addressing the impact of artificial intelligence on the financial sector and copyright. Lawmaker Axel Voss highlighted the need to protect European creative content from legal gaps that currently favor big tech companies.
LAION successfully defended itself against copyright infringement claims in a German court case brought by photographer Robert Kneschke. The court ruled that LAION’s actions fell under legal exceptions for text and data mining, and thus no copyright infringement occurred.
As businesses increasingly integrate AI into their operations, the risk of litigation surrounding its use is growing significantly. New legislation, such as the EU Revised Product Liability Directive, may empower consumers to bring claims against companies for harm caused by AI systems.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly evolved, prompting the U.S. government to take steps towards regulating its use, though comprehensive federal legislation is still lacking. Recent actions by federal and state regulators highlight the ongoing enforcement priorities surrounding AI, with a focus on consumer protection and preventing deceptive practices.